Technology and the Transformation of Oncology Care

ObjectivesTo review different types of technology and technological advances applicable to oncology care.Data SourcesPeer-reviewed studies and guidelines, magazine articles, books, websites, and online product-specific information.ConclusionTechnologies that have transformed oncology care include electronic health records, data analytics, operations-related technologies, oncology-related technologies, portable and wearable technologies, and emerging technologies.Implications for Nursing PracticeTechnological innovations have transformed health care from a paternalistic, physician-driven system to a system that focuses on and engages the patient.